Next Stop Oscar After 'La La Land' Wins PGA Prize by Kristopher Tapley

Nineteen of the last 27 PGA winners have gone on to best picture glory. But it was probably just a formality for Damien Chazelle's musical.

SOURCE: Variety at 1:58am on January 29, 2017☆⚑

'La La Land,' 'Arrival,' 'This Is Us' Win ACE Eddie Awards for Film Editing by Kristopher Tapley

At the 67th annual ACE Eddie Awards, "Arrival," "La La Land," "Game of Thrones" and "This Is Us" were among the big winners.

SOURCE: Variety at 2:30am on January 28, 2017☆⚑

Oscars: 'La La Land' Sets Its Sights on the Record for Most Wins by Kristopher Tapley

With the film sharing the record for most nominations, could it make even more history on Oscar night?

SOURCE: Variety at 3:42pm on January 26, 2017☆⚑

Damien Chazelle on 'La La Land' Tying Oscar Record: 'I'm a Little Speechless' by Kristopher Tapley

Director Damien Chazelle's head is spinning after his film, "La La Land," tied the all-time record for Oscar nominations.

SOURCE: Variety at 10:58am on January 24, 2017☆⚑

Oscars: As 'La La Land' Joins the History Books, #OscarsSoWhite Takes a Breather by Kristopher Tapley

"La La Land" tied Oscar history Tuesday morning. How much farther can the musical love letter to Los Angeles push it?

SOURCE: Variety at 10:42am on January 24, 2017☆⚑

Playback: Damien Chazelle on 'La La Land,' 'First Man' and Daring to Dream by Kristopher Tapley

This week, a final stab at Oscar predictions with nominations on the way. Also, director Damien Chazelle discusses his film "La La Land."

SOURCE: Variety at 3:30pm on January 19, 2017☆⚑

'Arrival,' 'La La Land,' 'Lion,' 'Moonlight' and 'Silence' Score ASC Nominations by Kristopher Tapley

The American Society of Cinematographers has announced nominees for the 31st annual ASC Awards, taking place on Feb. 4.

SOURCE: Variety at 3:37pm on January 11, 2017☆⚑

'La La Land' Dominates Golden Globes With Record-Breaking Sweep by Kristopher Tapley

For an Oscar race that has felt sewn up for a certain musical for quite some time this season, the 74th annual Golden Globe Awards was ready and willing to provide a big rubber stamp. Damien…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:37pm on January 8, 2017☆⚑

'La La Land,' 'BFG,' 'Hidden Figures' and More Tune Up Original Score Oscar Race by Kristopher Tapley

This year's race also features music from films like "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" and "Kubo and the Two Strings."

SOURCE: Variety at 7:26pm on December 28, 2016☆⚑

Playback: Jon Favreau on 'Jungle Book,' 'Lion King' and 20 Years of 'Swingers' by Kristopher Tapley

This week, Golden Globe and SAG Awards discussion, plus director Jon Favreau discusses "The Jungle Book" and 20 years of "Swingers."

SOURCE: Variety at 2:09pm on December 15, 2016☆⚑

'Silence,' 'La La Land,' 'Passengers' Among Production Design Oscar Contenders by Kristopher Tapley

This year's production design Oscar race is, as ever, heavy on period pieces, but there is variety if voters are willing to look.

SOURCE: Variety at 5:23pm on December 13, 2016☆⚑

'La La Land,' 'Arrival,' 'Moonlight' Lead Critics' Choice Movie Nominations by Kristopher Tapley

"Manchester by the Sea," "Hell or High Water" and "Lion" also had strong showings.

SOURCE: Variety at 9:30am on December 1, 2016☆⚑

Listen to 'City of Stars' From the 'La La Land' Soundtrack, Arriving Dec. 9 by Kristopher Tapley

"City of Stars" is one of the many original songs on the musical soundtrack, which drops Dec. 9.

SOURCE: Variety at 12:00pm on November 17, 2016☆⚑

Denzel Washington and Viola Davis Dig Deep in First 'Fences' Trailer by Kristopher Tapley

Paramount Pictures has released the first trailer for Denzel Washington's "Fences," starring Washington and Viola Davis.

SOURCE: Variety at 9:00am on September 27, 2016☆⚑

Emma Stone and Damien Chazelle on the Magic and Alchemy of 'La La Land' by Kristopher Tapley

The director and star of the fall festival circuit's biggest darling so far discuss the magic of their movie musical.

SOURCE: Variety at 5:05pm on September 3, 2016☆⚑

'Sully,' 'Arrival,' 'La La Land' and More Set for 43rd Annual Telluride Film Festival by Kristopher Tapley

New films from Clint Eastwood, Damien Chazelle and Denis Villeneuve are set for this year's SHOW, commencing Friday.

SOURCE: Variety at 11:00am on September 1, 2016☆⚑

'La La Land' Composer Justin Hurwitz Details the Film's Songwriting Process (EXCLUSIVE) by Kristopher Tapley

What went into crafting the six original songs that dot the landscape of Damien Chazelle's crowd-pleaser? We've got the details.

SOURCE: Variety at 6:00pm on August 31, 2016☆⚑

Damien Chazelle's Bold and Beautiful 'La La Land' Puts Oscar Season on Notice by Kristopher Tapley

The director's "Whiplash" follow-up already had big shoes to fill, but this musical delight is sure to win voters' hearts.

SOURCE: Variety at 8:00am on August 31, 2016☆⚑

'Hamilton' and 'Game of Thrones' Are Great, But When Will We See the Next Oscar Sweep? by Kristopher Tapley

Recent awards dominance by "Hamilton" and "Game of Thrones" reminds us that awards dominance can be an exciting thing.

SOURCE: Variety at 11:07pm on May 3, 2016☆⚑

'Beasts of No Nation,' 'Macbeth,' 'Son of Saul' Nominated for ASC's Spotlight Award by Kristopher Tapley

The category, in its third year, is meant to shine a light on films with limited exposure.

SOURCE: Variety at 7:15pm on January 13, 2016☆⚑